Good sense cannot combat hardened philosophical beliefs

When people make statements and adopt a philosophical position it becomes almost impossible to change their mind and any attempt to do so only sees them harden their beliefs.

And that strengthened belief is not only defiant of good sense, but frequently puts important relationships at risk.

An example of that can be seen at next G20 forum in Brisbane at which Australia’s Prime Minister, Tony Abbott, first refused to even discuss climate change and now, despite international calls, will not commit Australia to any support for a climate change fund.

The Guardian tells readers that Europe and the US argue strongly that leaders should back the need for contributions to the Green Climate Fund, which helps poorer countries prepare for climate change.

That story headed: “G20: Australia resists international call supporting climate change fund” explains Australia continues to resist this last ditch effort to have it participate in the Green Climate Fund.